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Introduced
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
In Committee
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to prohibit implementation of the Regional Transportation Optimization initiative, or similar initiative from being implemented by the United States Postal Service if the Postal Regulatory Commission has determined the initiative will negatively affect rural communities, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the No Regional Transportation Optimization (No RTO) Act, prohibits the United States Postal Service (USPS) from implementing its Regional Transportation Optimization (RTO) initiative or any similar program if the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) determines through an advisory opinion that such an initiative would negatively impact rural communities. The bill appears to be designed to protect rural areas from potential service reductions or transportation changes that could compromise mail delivery efficiency or accessibility. By giving the PRC the authority to review and potentially block such initiatives, the legislation aims to ensure that postal service changes do not disproportionately harm residents in less populated regions. The bill is concise, consisting of two sections: a short title section and a prohibition section, and would amend existing postal service regulations to provide additional protection for rural communities.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (on 05/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1604/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/s1604/BILLS-119s1604is.pdf |
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